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Environmental Education & Outreach Specialist Kate Schmiett tells us all about how managing leaves can mean healthier streams, safer streets, and happy plants and pollinators.  We’ll also get tips for avoiding drowsy driving, learn how Kirkland crews are gearing up for winter, and hear about upcoming events like a free CPR class, the Fisk Family Park ribbon cutting, and the Kirkland Turkey Trot. Plus, get the scoop on Ignite Kirkland and the most recent City Council meeting.

Show notes: https://www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20251106

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We’re joined by Fire Chief Joe Sanford to celebrate a major milestone: every promise of Fire Prop 1 is now complete. Plus, it’s time to set your clocks back (and check your smoke alarms), thank our first responders, manage those falling leaves, prepare for storm season, getting ready for a safe and spooky Halloween, and much more. 

Show notes: https://www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20251030

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Hear from Program Coordinator Quinn Glebe about the Kirkland Cares Low Income Support program that helps residents save on utility bills and other City fees. Plus, celebrate the completion of the Juanita Drive Corridor Improvements, a new picnic shelter at O.O. Denny Park, the Great Kirkland Tree Plant-Off, and a new pedestrian scramble in downtown Kirkland. Don’t miss updates on the latest City Council meeting, Fire Station 21’s grand reopening, and upcoming fall events.

Show note links: https://www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20251023

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Carly Pacekonis, Emergency Preparedness Coordinator, gives us simple steps for be more prepared for an earthquake. Plus, mark your calendars for Dia de los Muertos. New ballot drop box location. Submit an idea for safer roads in your neighborhood. Give input on the Draft Homelessness Action Plan. Get safety news, upcoming events, and more!

Show note links: https://www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20251016

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Sergeant John Ness invites the community to take part in the Pink Patch Program. Plus, share your comments on the City's homelessness action plan. Have a fang-tastic time at the Pee Wee Monster Bash. Plant a tree at the Great Kirkland Tree Plant-Off. Celebrate Green Kirkland Week and tend to our natural spaces. Help make your neighborhood safer with the Neighborhood Safety Program. Stay up to date with City Council. Check your lithium ion batteries this Fire Prevention Week. Join a children's storytime for Stormwater Awareness Week. Upcoming events, and more! 

Show note links: https://www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20251009

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Johannes Bonin, Executive Chef at L’Experience Paris, shares tales spanning from a London Michelin-star kitchen to Dubai’s pastry scene, and why he chose Kirkland for his latest culinary adventure. Plus, Houghton Beach reopens, Harvest Festival fun, Fringe Festival kicks off, and a new tool called Rep’d makes it easier to get answers from your City. Learn how to snag a $500 tree rebate, what’s coming up at Council, free CPR training, fire safety tips, and fall events you won’t want to miss! 

Show note links: https://www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20251002

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David Lynx, Executive Director of the Kirkland Arts Center, talks about Kirkland's first Fringe Festival and how to join in this creative celebration. Plus, Houghton Beach closed at least one more week. Plan for CKC detours for pipe repair in South Kirkland. Get a free gun lockbox at our giveaway event. Shape the vision for the Green Loop. Obey the rules with political signs. Learn together with Week Without Driving. Attend the quarterly project meeting about I-405 and NE 85th St Interchange project. Upcoming events, and more.  

Show note links: https://www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20250925

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Lucia Flores-Wiseman tell us about her journey and the soulful stories behind her voice. Plus, this week's beach water updates. Emergency proclamation for pipe repair work along the CKC. Could you go a whole week without driving? Take part in National Preparedness Month. Join the City of Kirkland team. Stay up to date with City Council. Upcoming events, and more!  

Show notes links: https://www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20250918

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David Barnes shares how PSE customers can get $1000 now and $500 per year with this energy hack. Plus, beach closures. Plan your weekend with Umbrella Fringe Festival. See how your business can get the energy savings (like the City did!). Don't head to the pool as the season is over. Get back to school help at the Library. Stay up to date with City Council. Get crisis support with 988. Attend a workshop to start a career in EMS and Fire. KFD assisting with WA wildfires. Upcoming events, and more. 

Show note links: https://www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20250911

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Guests Daniel Lazo, Erika Mascorro, Ryan Fowler, Kristina Hudson, and Gena Jain share the details of what's in store at City Hall for All. Spoiler - it's A LOT! Plus, Juanita Beach re-opens to swimming. Get excited for Umbrella Fringe Festival. Become a steward with Green Kirkland Partnership. Stay up to date on City Council. Get prepared this National Preparedness Month. Upcoming events and more!  

Show note links: https://www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20250904